Senior Category Manager Jobs

Explore Senior Category Manager jobs for experienced professionals who lead category strategy, merchandising, sourcing, and business growth. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping you discover senior roles where you can shape product portfolios, improve performance, and deliver measurable results.

What Does a Senior Category Manager Do?

Senior Category Managers guide the performance and direction of one or more product or service categories. They analyze customer and market trends, set assortment and pricing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and work with teams across marketing, sales, finance, and operations. Depending on the employer, the role may focus on retail merchandising, e-commerce, procurement, or category growth.

Skills and Experience Employers Value

Employers commonly seek substantial experience in category management, merchandising, strategic sourcing, or a related field. Strong candidates bring analytical skills, commercial judgment, negotiation experience, and the ability to turn data into actionable plans. Leadership, communication, financial forecasting, and proficiency with relevant analytics or planning tools can also be important.

Senior Category Manager Salary and Opportunities

Compensation varies by industry, location, company size, and scope of responsibility. Senior roles may include ownership of significant revenue or spend, team leadership, and opportunities to advance into director-level positions. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, making it easier to find opportunities aligned with experienced candidates.

Find Your Next Category Management Role

Search Senior Category Manager openings on Ladders to compare opportunities by employer, location, and responsibilities. Review each listing for salary details, qualifications, and role scope, then tailor your résumé to highlight category results, strategic initiatives, supplier outcomes, and measurable business impact.

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$110K - $130K *

Transform demand generation strategies in the Consumer & Life Sciences sectors. Lead initiatives to create impactful marketing campaigns, enhance customer engagement, and collaborate with cross-functi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage with clients as a strategic partner, delivering exceptional insurance and risk management services. Drive retention and growth through high-level relationship management, leveraging expertise i...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Transform global partner marketing strategies to drive growth and engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute integrated campaigns and optimize performance across diverse markets, e...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$109K - $149K *

Lead the charge in procurement operations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and drive continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Your expertise will ens...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$109K - $149K *

Shape the future of procurement operations by driving continuous improvement and collaboration across manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams. Leverage Lean Six Sigma methodologies to enhance p...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$102K - $112K *

Champion procurement excellence by leading category management strategies that optimize marketing spend. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive value creation and implement effective sourcing initiat...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$136K - $167K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic procurement initiatives that optimize marketing spend. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive value creation and implement best practices in sourcing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex, cross-functional technology delivery initiatives, translating product strategy into actionable plans. Collaborate with product teams, utilize AI tools, and ensure effective communication...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join our team to lead large-scale construction projects, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence while fostering strong client relationships and mentoring multidisciplinary teams throughout t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by supporting direct sourcing strategies and supplier initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance product quality, cost, and innovation while driving impactful sourcing...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion the delivery of electrical projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely execution and profitability. Lead teams, manage budgets, and coordinate with clients and contractors to drive...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Manage procurement services to enhance customer satisfaction through effective contract strategies and team leadership, ensuring timely delivery of Base Operations Support services while maintaining h...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare products. Lead the discovery, validation, and launch of innovative solutions for diverse healthcare customers, driving market success and enhancing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $180K *

Drive product strategy and execution for revenue management solutions, leading cross-functional teams from discovery to launch. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to enhance product offerings a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $184K *

Drive global R&D work systems strategy, enhancing operational excellence and continuous improvement. Lead capability building and governance to ensure effective process deployment and performance mana...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$134K - $184K *

Lead the charge in shaping global R&D work systems strategy, enhancing operational excellence and continuous improvement across processes. Drive capability building and governance to ensure effective...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$102K - $171K *

Transform your career by leading strategic initiatives in logistics management, enhancing material processes, and driving operational efficiency for defense clients. Collaborate with Navy supply offic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the Order to Cash function, transforming processes for global scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy and compliance in invoicing, while dri...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of commercial construction by managing complex projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $225K *

Join as a Senior Product Manager to lead the development of innovative data and AI-driven marketing solutions. Drive product strategy, engage with clients, and enhance customer loyalty through advance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $153K *

Transform preconstruction estimating by leading client accounts and managing relationships with subcontractors and vendors. Drive continuous cost management and mentor junior team members while ensuri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Drive the success of complex programs by leading cross-functional teams, managing financials, and enhancing customer relationships. Collaborate with Business Development to secure new opportunities an...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Help us advance procurement excellence in biologics by managing supplier relationships and ensuring efficient sourcing processes, while collaborating across teams to enhance operational success and dr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$136K - $185K *

Drive impactful negotiations and manage diverse contracts within a dynamic procurement team. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize processes and ensure compliance, while enhancing operational effi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Lead cost control operations across diverse infrastructure and construction projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure financial discipline, oversee project budgets, and mentor teams while driv...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Category Manager do?question toggle

    A Senior Category Manager develops and executes plans to improve the performance of a product or service category. Responsibilities often include analyzing market and sales data, managing assortment and pricing, negotiating with suppliers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Senior Category Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for several years of experience in category management, merchandising, sourcing, procurement, or a related area. Analytical ability, negotiation skills, commercial judgment, and experience influencing stakeholders are frequently valued.

  • How much do Senior Category Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as industry, location, company, and role scope. Ladders lists vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation information and details.

  • Where do Senior Category Managers work?question toggle

    Senior Category Managers work across industries including retail, consumer goods, e-commerce, technology, and manufacturing. Roles may focus on merchandising, product assortment, procurement, supplier strategy, or category growth.

  • How can I find Senior Category Manager jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse Senior Category Manager listings on Ladders and filter opportunities based on factors such as location and employer. Compare the responsibilities and qualifications, and tailor your résumé to demonstrate measurable category and business results.